Alyeska vs Crested Butte — Snowfall Comparison

Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.

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Alyeska

Alaska, USA

Elevation
1,201m / 3,940ft
Annual Snowfall
973cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
70%
Season Snowfall
802cm

Crested Butte

Colorado, USA

Elevation
3,707m / 12,163ft
Annual Snowfall
314cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
30%
Season Snowfall
262cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthAlyeska (cm)Crested Butte (cm)
November143.432.2
December15952.2
January181.345.1
February114.344.3
March107.255.4
April96.333.2

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alyeska receives more annual snowfall (973cm) compared to Crested Butte (314cm) — a difference of 659cm per year. The best month for powder at Alyeska is January (70% probability), while Crested Butte's best is March (30% probability).